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CONTENTS June - July 2021 Issue 7.5 l

Under the Cover

The direction as regards sustainability is clear...it’s time to get our

intent and content to operate in sync; it’s critical as the point in contention is our own ‘gen-next’! We all can and we all will!

We all delightfully see ourselves on the waning side of the 2nd COVID wave. Speculations rife about, if at all, when would the third wave hit us...until then, it’s time to give all attention to business! Another area that deserves utmost attention is ‘sustainability’. So, at POLYMERS Communiqué, for the first time in 7 years, present back-to-back issues on the same theme, clearly highlight the growing need to give consideration to this facet in a manner that it truly deserves. Ab nahi toh kab?

BIG STORY

Big Market Globally for Chemically Recycled PET Chips

Bankey Goenka, Managing Director, Pashupati Group, Kashipur

THE crucial STEP

Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) Framework: The Future for Safe, Sustainable and Strong Growth

Shirish V. Divgi, Managing Director, Milacron India, Plastics Machinery Asia, Ahmedabad

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Good Manufacturing Environment: Key to Sustainable Business

Prashant Trivedi, Vice President, (Head Operations & NPD), Sangir Plastics Pvt. Ltd., Vapi

Designing Safer Chemicals Part IV: Designing Biodegradable Chemicals

Professor (Dr.) Ganapati D. Yadav, Emeritus Professor of Eminence & Former Vice Chancellor and R. T. Mody Distinguished Professor, Institute of Chemical Technology, Mumbai

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OUTLOOK

Sustainable HR Practices for Organisational Performance

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PLASTIVISION INDIA 2023: Raising the Bar

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FRONTLINE

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Plastics: The Material of Life

Arvind M. Mehta, Chairman - Governing Council, Jigish N. Doshi, President, Plastindia Foundation, Mumbai

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SIVARAM SPEAKS

Sustainable and Degradable Pressure-sensitive Adhesives

Dr. S. Sivaram, Former Director, CSIR-NCL,

Honorary Professor and INSA Senior Scientist, Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER), Pune

AIPMA, Past President - AIPMA and Plastindia Foundation, Mumbai

Prof. (Dr.) N. C. Saha formerly Director at Indian Institute of Packaging N. K. Balgi formerly President & Director at Ferromatik Milacron India Pvt. Ltd.

DIGITAL GLORY

Pushp Raj Singhvi formerly Vice Chairman and Managing Director at Borouge (India) Pvt. Ltd.

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Leadership and Executive Coaching for High Performance

Rakesh Shah, RS Coaching and Consulting, New Delhi

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Lessons on Reputation Management from the Established Entrepreneur Community

Ruby Thapar, A Reputation and Sustainability Consultant and an Executive Coach, Mumbai

And The Rest

Arvind Mehta Chairman and Managing Director Welset Plast Extrusions Pvt. Ltd.

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Mind Speak Rajesh Nath Rakesh Shah

Prof. (Dr.) N. C. Saha

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formerly Director at Indian Institute of Packaging

important Sustainability encompasses threeental and environm economic, pillars: lead on take that s panie Com l. socia be the sustainability approaches will et takers. market makers, rather than mark all kinds of This principle is applicable to business, including packaging. can be Sustainable packaging business important achieved by considering three degree of aspects i.e. innovation, high price, which performance and affordable sustainability would fit seamlessly into be would initiative This initiatives. any to get comp the of value face the larity. This higher acceptance or popu or medium would, thus, act like a ‘currency’ for a profitable business tomorrow.

N. K. Balgi

There is a growing awareness that we need to change the prevailing situation by adopting practices of - Reduce, Reuse and Recycle (3 Rs) in our products by design, production systems and then influencing / facilitating consumer behaviour through EPR. Businesses have realised that for its long term sustenance, it has to dem onstrate its commitment to environmental sustainability and make it a part of their business strategies. This commitment to environmental sustainability has also begun to influence buyer behaviour.

Arvind Mehta

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present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own. It’s our only ticket to the survival of mankind on the planet. I have held for a very long time that sustainable productio n is a huge money spinner in the long run. And, sustainable consumption helps eliminate waste, reduce poverty and hunger, and conserves resources. When resources exhaust, earth will no longer supp ort humans. So, let us be a little selfish in prese rving our species and adopt sustainability as the only currency of the future.

Rajesh Nath

ging Director

ept is I see it, sustainability as a conc whole USA, the as such s omie econ to relevant in the tries coun few a and a of Europe, Chin countries of Middle East and almost all the where over Far East. In a country, like ours, either drop 150 / 200 million boys and girls afford their out or their parents can’t whether education, I really wonder pity that we a It’s . issue real a is lity inabi susta of disposing don’t follow even basic norms ng homes off waste from hospitals and nursi udes like and we still indulge in platit a currency sustainability. It’s undoubtedly a serious for a few countries, but I have ncy for us. reservation about it being the curre

Rakesh Shah

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S. K. Ray

ent (Polymers)

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Sustainability

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and accumulation of material To obtain wealth is our focus presently. destroy the this, we often degrade and economy natural world. However, a green inability and simultaneously promotes susta s efficient economic growth. This mean generating and rces resou of usage low carbon, minimal waste - following a inclusive resource-efficient and socially e sustainable method. It is essential to creat lation and livelihoods, feed a growing popu need to safeguard the environment. We . make the global economy green

Productivity

Sustainability is about meeting needs of the

Pushp Raj Singhvi

Managing Director (VDMA) German Engineering Federation India Office

S. K. Ray

paradigm is now occupying development centrestage in our discourse on focus on and growth. With decadal there is a ‘Restoration of Ecosystem’, sustainable growing urgency to embrace and reverse practices to preserve, halt biological degradation of physical and operate. esses busin h whic in s stem ecosy currency in the be only not d woul This ate. future, but also the license to oper

Arvind Mehta

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Companies

should calculate how they much plastic (plastic footprint) year. put into the environment each anism Plastic credits could be a mech to incentivise recycling. pays The money that the company be for the plastic credits could ent given to a Waste Managem given Agency. In return for being ent this money, the Waste Managem to Agency would be obliged e in collect and/or recycle a volum to kilograms of plastic equivalent the company’s plastic footprint.

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ong-time Davis-Standard customer, Eagle

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Coveris, leading sustainable packaging manufacturer, unveils state-of-the-art film science lab to support no waste strategy

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A-E 20

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of Evonik is celebrating a milestone in its history as Minister President Armin Laschet inaugurates world’s largest polyamide 12 complex; Evonik has invested around half a billion Euros in this futureoriented project

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of pails and is, thus, superior to conventional processes for sandwich injection moulding. Very short cycle

times are achieved in combination with

the new ENGEL duo speed injection moulding machine.

America has found that encapsulating

Political

pressure

use

recycled

makes it possible to offset deficiencies

Various

countries

already

stipulate

strength - that have limited its melt

certain products. In the Western US,

speed and coat weight.

require 25 per cent recycled content for

“Using LDPE edge encapsulation on our

want the dark coloured recycled core

a PLA coextrusion with edges of LDPE

plastic materials is growing worldwide.

of PLA - in particular its low melt

the minimum recycled content for

curtain stability, draw-down ratio, line

for example, some market applications

pilot line, we have achieved line speeds in excess of 1,200 fpm (366 mpm) with PLA, as against less than 600 fpm

(183 mpm) with PLA alone,” says Ed Lincoln, V.P. Extrusion Sales of SAM

North America. “We have seen coat

pails. In addition, many brands do not material to be visible at the injection point. These trends have driven the

development of the new coinjection process.

With

recycled

material

content of more than 30 per cent, the

weight reduced from 16 gsm to less Revere Plastics Systems, manufacturers of highlyengineered plastic injection moulded parts and assemblies, continues growth in Central U.S. with acquisition of Ferguson Production, Inc.

N-R

than 10 gsm,” highlights Ed Lincoln.

The high melt strength of LDPE has

helped make this polymer by far the most widely used in extrusion coating. “For processors wishing to replace some portion of their LDPE usage with

biopolymers, a main obstacle has been that their lower melt strength causes

extreme neck-in and edge instability at desirable line speeds,” says Sam Iuliano,

Chief Technologist for Nordson’s EDI®

extrusion die and feedblock business. “By introducing a higher-melt strength material on each edge of the melt

curtain, edge encapsulation minimises

ENGEL’s compact dual-platen technology contributes to excellent efficiency, among other benefits. Across all clamping force sizes, the duo speed is shorter than comparable injection moulding machines used in this field of application, which saves expensive shop floor space.

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Supreme Petrochem Presents Various Grades in White Masterbatches

ost optimised solutions in white

TotalEnergies and Jindal Films have joined forces to produce more sustainable flexible food packaging and labels using advanced recycling technology from Plastic Energy

masterbatches,

9092

and

9055,

developed in collaboration with our customers, have emerged as segment

leaders for blown films. Performance of

both

grades

are

complemented

with our range of

and

PPA,

slip

antiblock

masterbatches. Trusscore, the material science company that makes sustainable, improved alternatives to traditional building materials, announced the acquisition of the assets of Calgary-Based Westech Building Products, an innovative developer of high-performing vinyl building materials

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components

fatigue - without any of the tedious programming that used to be involved. Homogeneous

heating

reduces

mechanical stresses and allows for

based), 70% titanium dioxide white

With mapp Temperature’s Soft-Start

(PP

masterbatch has been launched for PP cast films.

in the machine.

function, equipment such as filtration systems,

extruders

and

injection

9103 and 9104, white masterbatches for

moulding machines can be brought

introduced into the market successfully.

easily. This is done either by targeted

PP non-woven applications have been FR Vo HIPS compound - SP5566 has been

upgraded to include UL94 5VA rating. SP5566 is UL listed (File No. E185934)

PC/ABS compounds by the end of September, 2021.

B&R Offers Soft-Start Function for Injection Moulders and Extruders

mapp

Temperature

provides

a defined temperature gradient to heat

up all zones synchronously. Since the Soft-Start function avoids operating the heating elements at maximum

power, it is particularly gentle on the machine’s hardware.

target temperature, are easy to configure in

Temperature.

zones

can

process

Individual

adjusted

individually, or even excluded from the

software

new

mapp

heating

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heating with limited power or by using

All the necessary settings, such as the

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to operating temperature quickly and

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of a button, the Soft-Start function

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controlled evaporation of liquid residues

9102

Activities have been initiated to launch

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and

and is RoHS and REACH compliant. Westfall Technik acquires multi-site consumer packaging moulder CPP Global; expands into North Carolina and China

B&R’s mapp Temperature software package provides a new pre-programmed way to get manufacturing systems up to temperature.

This

Soft-Start makes

temperature

necessary. control

much more flexible and offers more options for different heating zones.

The heating process is started at the push of a button without any of the tedious programming that used to be involved.

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BIG STORY

The what, why, how and

who of their journey from a manufacturer to the

conglomerate of today, as told

to POLYMERS Communiqué by Bankey Goenka...

Bankey Goenka Managing Director, Pashupati Group, Kashipur

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Big Market Globally for

Chemically Recycled PET Chips Q. From the initial foray into manufacturing woven fabrics and sacks to the conglomerate of today, please share with us your experience and key learnings. The key learnings have been to work in the B2B domain, dealing in volume, and maintaining the

quality with sustainable outcomes. If business is conducted keeping in mind the environment, human beings and transparent governance, it will surely go a long way.

Q. What prompted the company to switch gears and keep adding to the ever-increasing product portfolio? Since inception, we have been committed to offering a wide range of sustainable products to the society.

Beginning with a progressive vision, we have kept on learning and continually adding capacities and qualities, and widening our product portfolio.

Q. A varied portfolio right from recycled PET chips and flakes to masterbatches to fibre and yarn requires a strong technical team and an equally up-to-date research laboratory. What strategy do you follow in this regard? We have had a strong technical team since inception. The important thing is that our key people have been with us since inception. They are continuously learning and we are open to any kind of experimentation / trial / R&D which

has paved the way for

a diversified product portfolio.

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Q. With a product portfolio which has tapped most avenues, what is next?

innovation

and

upcoming

technologies,

and

continuously evaluate them and immediately

We are diversifying into non-woven-technical

adopt the suitable technologies. We have been

to offer more sustainable products to the society.

auto sorters, segregators, grinders and many

textile, filament yarns, B-2-B and renewable energy

Q. As regards your raw material availability and quality, what challenges do you face? How do you overcome the same?

Ease of

technology

transfers, R&D

machinery

have

certainly

new products.

we were facing the problem of cutting the

sharing the

and

Improved

helped us to expand our capacities and think of

as PCR waste has a mix of polymers. Since

policies for

more European technology suppliers. technologies

Quality control at the source is important

projects and

continuously adding advanced machinery like

Q. Are you looking beyond PET waste as raw material? If yes, please elaborate. If not, tell us why?

higher IV quality part from PCR PET bottles,

We are already working to convert 100% PET waste

intermediaries etc., we decided to set up our

fetch polyolefins and MLP waste from the market

of input feedstock to our recycling units to

also exploring converting mixed complex plastic

So, we are setting up the waste management

energy forms.

addition of sand / dust / moisture and

content into usable products. We are going to

own collection centre to maintain the quality

to convert them into sustainable products. We are

provide a better quality of finished goods.

waste, paper mills’ waste, industrial sludge etc. into

at both the

vertical and developing waste collection

private levels can

Q. Please share your take on ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ and ‘vocal for local’.

Q. The pandemic has thrown open a lot of opportunities for many who have the grit to dive deep. What are your thoughts about this and how has the group dealt with it?

knowledge and manpower,

and exchange and training

programmes

centres under it.

government and speed up the growth of

We have been working additionally during these

We find both these schemes to be useful

days to keep up the pace as we were confined

are certainly beneficial for our nation’s

have worked hard to maintain the momentum as

of policies supporting R&D projects, technology

was invested in pending discussions, networking

promote these concepts.

introduce with some concrete plans.

this industry.

and beneficial for the nation. The concepts

to our homes. All the key management people

economy. The industry needs support in terms

there were many limitations. The time spent idle

transfer

and studying innovations and best practices to

and

infrastructure

development

Q. What role has technology played this far in your success? In our field, it is a very dynamic world. Technologies are

upgrading

rapidly.

always

look

for

Q. If it was not the plastics or recycling industry, which would have been your alternate choice of business? We have been into trading of yarns / cloth since 1979. We have also been into manufacturing of

HDPE pipes and cloth, and import and sales of

It is very important to understand the requirements of brand owners and end users to offer them sustainable products. We are open to setting up of new infrastructure and machineries to fulfill specific needs of our clients.

various commodity items; probably that could have scaled up.

Q. Where do you see the group in the next 3 years as regards the recycling business? We should achieve the capability of recycling about 2,50,000 MT of feedstock on an annual basis by 2023. We expect our PET recycling capacities to To know more, please subscribe to Polymers Communiqué at

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THE CRUCIAL STEP

Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) Framework The Future for Safe, Sustainable and Strong Growth

Since value creation is going to be challenging in the

VUCA world, integrating

ESG scores with financial strategies and decision

making will help leaders

drive high-growth

business performance.

s the pandemic continues to wreak havoc across the world, the importance of organisational responsibility towards internal and external stakeholders has come to the forefront like never before. In the present environment

as well as for the future, businesses will not only need to focus on financial goals

by increasing revenues and profitability, but will also be required to contribute to the larger community by integrating Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) frameworks into its business operations.

The global landscape clearly indicates that governments, investors, and even Shirish V. Divgi Managing Director, Milacron India, Plastics Machinery Asia, Ahmedabad

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customers are now paying close attention to how a company does its business,

what impact it is creating on the society and environment around it, and how robust are its governance norms. The parameters to assess companies have shifted from

being merely financial to also including non-financial risk areas such as regulatory compliances, ESG issues like occupational safety, waste management, diversity, equality and inclusivity, energy efficiency and disclosures on governance factors.

At present, certain companies have

While we all drive the top line and bottom line with a lot of passion and detailing, sound ESG frameworks will ensure that we are safeguarding our business against nonfinancial risks.

taken voluntary initiatives to

set up ESG frameworks and reporting

mechanisms

within the organisation. However,

given

the

headwinds caused by the investor community as

and

well

financial

government

institutions, ESG reporting

is set to be a mandatory

requirement across the world.

In India, SEBI has proposed

Integrating ESG in Business Operations Building the foundation for a company-wide ESG

framework is essential. Management teams as well as employees need to start learning and practicing

aspects like business ethics and responsibility as well as sustainability practices, thereby contributing to social and environmental causes. We all have to

contribute in driving greener ways of conducting business, by starting from our own offices and operations and then extending outside to our vendors, customers and society at large.

On-boarding ESG in organisations is not at all difficult. The first step is to familiarise responsible

framework

managers and employees to the basics of ESG and

and Sustainability Report (BRSR)

business continuity. Enroll them for short-term

new

mandatory

Responsibility

let them know how important it is for long-term

for the top 1,000 listed companies. Moreover,

courses either by CII or any other management

called

Business

the time is not far when even non-listed companies will start following these norms - not only to attract investors, but also to create positive brand perception among customers.

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BUILDING BLOCKS

Plastics in

Ecosystem Restoration Despite being primarily derived from fossil

carbon sources, plastics have the potential to

reduce CO2 emissions in multiple ways, thereby playing a positive role in preservation and restoration of the ecosystem.

n this Earth Day i.e. 5th June 2021, the ‘Decade of

Ecosystem Restoration’ was launched worldwide. While it is an acknowledgement of the human-induced

ecosystem crisis, it is also an expression of hope that restoring the ecosystem is possible with determined steps to preserve, halt

further degradation as well as reverse it. Needless to say, the task on hand is urgent as the climate crisis is apparent all across.

Need to Reverse the Human-induced Ecosystem Crisis What constitutes an ecosystem? It is a complex of living organisms,

their

physical

environment,

and

all

their

and

biosphere,

interrelationships in a particular unit of space. This involves the

lithosphere,

hydrosphere,

atmosphere

constituted by living organisms such as animals, fungi, plants,

bacteria, and viruses occupying centrestage. The complex

relationship within and across these elements is mostly synergistic, S. K. Ray Hon. Secretary & Member of Executive Committee, Indian Centre for Plastics in the Environment (ICPE), Mumbai

but occasionally antagonistic. Humans play a decisive role in maintaining this delicate balance (Refer Figure 1).

Ecological changes are natural phenomena. However, scientists To know more, please subscribe to Polymers Communiqué at subscriptions@polymerscommunique.com

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IRONED OUT

Good Manufacturing Environment Key to Sustainable Business

An environment that

encourages R&D and NPD, minimises manufacturing

n a complex environment worsened by the pandemic, industries across the board are facing difficult times. Especially when it comes to manufacturing, a

360°view has become a task and responsibility for every stakeholder involved in

order to create a sustainable scenario.

waste, promotes positivity

In manufacturing, we need to look at and manage five major environments and

financial health, and being

Availability of the product to the customer at the right time

Added features so that the end-user gets value-for-money

Cost control or an economic proposal

and enthusiasm as well as driven by technology is

critical for the sustainable

growth of any organisation.

activities to bring in sustainable business. For both sales and marketing and management, the most important expectations in these tough times are:

Let us then look closely at each of the five environments and their contribution towards bringing in sustainable business.

Environment of Research and Development and New Product Development In my articles published in the earlier issues of POLYMERS Communiqué, I have

already stressed upon the importance of Research and Development (R&D) and New Product Development (NPD) in business growth. It is very important to improvise Prashant Trivedi Vice President (Head Operations & NPD), Sangir Plastics Pvt. Ltd., Vapi

your product range with time and market lookout, and for this, an environment of

new thinking and innovation needs to be created amongst all those who are part of the team as well as all other stakeholders of the organisation. To know more, please subscribe to Polymers Communiqué at subscriptions@polymerscommunique.com

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RESEARCH REPORT

MLP Waste Management (MWM – 2021): A POLYMERS Communiqué Survey Results Declared

MLP is the topic of the season and the point of discussion amongst most sustainability experts! Providing you some insightful data has been the objective and thus, this survey. An objective achieved by POLYMERS Communiqué!

POLYMERS Communiqué in its customary elegance, went about to serve this industry amidst prevailing challenges. This is so because the readers of POLYMERS Communiqué are a genre of its own, and we believe they deserve quality and timely information; at a time, they need it the most.

Industry surveys from POLYMERS Communiqué are crafting a new

Survey Basics

niche for itself and providing the readers a very valued insight into this

Sample Size: 64

fiercely competitive market. The responses would serve as a general

guide; you would, however, need to evaluate, validate and map responses

Format: Electronic

Response Tabulation: Singular

for your business in specific. Have a safe read...

Availability of the right technology (Percentages total beyond 100 due to multiple choice answers)

Changing consumer behaviour

62.50%

51.56%

59.38% Waste segregation

Implementation of EPR

40.63%

37.50%

New approach to supply chain

32.81%

Regulations to be implemented

15.62%

Better product designs

Analysing success parameters for MLP recycling... To address an issue as critical as that of MLP recycling, it’s crucial to identify the right success parameters. It’s delightful to know

that the respondents well answered the question. Even though mapped differently, the top 2 parameters were identical to a

similar question asked ahead. Availability of the right technology and waste segregation were the clear choices. Analysing further,

it was found that changing consumer behaviour came out as another important parameter. On the other side, the last on this list was the need for a revamped supply chain!

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Quality of MLP waste available for recycling

Collection of MLP waste

Lack of availability of the right technology

57.81%

34.37%

56.25%

Storage challenges due to voluminous nature

The recycling process is cumbersome

78.13%

73.44%

MLP recyclability quotient... Can it or can’t it? A fundamental

perception analysis. Close to 75% of the respondents are confident that

(Percentages total beyond 100 due to multiple choice answers)

MLP can be recycled! The balance have

Big issues in recycling MLP... It’s challenging...and our respondents have set the tone clear. Availability of

the right technology and collection

of MLP waste are considered to be

a doubt. MLP does create such doubts in the minds of people. But the road ahead is clear...MLP can be recycled! False

the biggest impediments to the success of MLP recycling. Technology

providers and collection / segregation collection experts - a cracker of an

opportunity and sustainable! Poor quality of the MLP waste came out to

73.44%

19.67%

be another dampener.

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1.56%

7.81%

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OUTLOOK

Sustainable HR Practices

for Organisational Performance The effect of sustainable practices on various facets of human resources such as recruitment and retention,

training and development, performance management

and motivation, and environmental awareness is to ensure employee satisfaction, along with increase in business

productivity and performance.

ustainability can be defined as the way in which organisations manage their business so that it benefits their people, economy and environment. It is

unarguably one of the most important pillars on which a business has to be

built. However, the importance of incorporating sustainability in human resource management is one aspect that is rarely studied or practised.

I am writing this paper with the aim of identifying the role of sustainability in

human resource management and looking into the impact of sustainable human resource practices on organisational performance. Dr. Naveen Malhotra Senior HR Professional, Ahmedabad

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HR Impact on Sustainability Since human resources involve recruitment, onboarding and training, human resource professionals can ensure that sustainability is instilled in the new employees and the culture of the organisation. Such practices can help reduce

waste during the process of onboarding

these factors in turn lead to sustainability

can use the following tools to support

for

The five key areas to focus on for

and training and thus set the foundation more

sustainable

practices.

Employees at all levels need to value sustainability.

Organisations

can

leverage sustainability to attract, retain

and develop employees. Recognising employee

participation

various

programmes is the most common

manner in which companies instill sustainability in workers.

The effect of sustainable practices on

organisations

the

long

run.

building a sustainability culture in the NN

HR strategy,

Leadership development,

Talent management,

Organisational effectiveness, and

Building a strategic HR function.

training and development, performance

on implementing proper, transparent

environmental awareness is to ensure

retention, training and development,

business productivity and performance.

motivation, and employee engagement.

procedures

increase

Such practices can also provide the organisation with a clear vision of

competitive advantage and effectively

contribute to organisational success

in general. Thus, sustainable human resource practices have a positive and significant influence on organisational performance. The positive outcomes and

benefits

practices are:

sustainable

performance HR

recruitment

management

professionals

can

organisation

such

within

providing

onboarding process for new employees,

offering incentives and recognition for

achievements related to sustainability, and having policies that promote worker

Improved employee morale.

More efficient business processes.

company’s environmental objectives.

Stronger public image.

Increased employee loyalty.

Human resource management (HRM) is

Increased brand recognition.

Deeply ingrained values.

Strategic positioning.

Top management support.

System

alignment

cooperation and involvement in the

critical in supporting the organisation corporate

(structures,

Holistic integration (cross-function).

Stakeholder engagement.

Human resources play a critical role in

business enterprise sustainability by building and maintaining competitive advantage. The HR function is an area

which influences employee attrition, commitment

and

ethical

and align with its future vision and

satisfaction,

governance

manage

issues beyond economic performance,

processes around sustainability).

job

effectiveness,

organisational

performance

and

direction. HR has the potential to be

the moral compass of the organisation, promoting practices and policies that are

sustainable

for

human

Building analytical ability to align thus aligning all stakeholders with the vision of the organisation

business. The aim here is to create a

incorporating sustainability into the

improve

respect

and

staff with training and development,

These people skills are even more

assist

sustainability

principles

and

providing formalised structures to help operationalise

the

where the organisation must head,

management

satisfaction,

Regular meetings, in accordance and understanding

A sustainable HR policy should focus

employee

transparent

Motivation, based on extrinsic and

with NN

for

and

intrinsic values NN

such as recruitment and retention, and

open

communication

various facets of human resources

motivation,

Engagement techniques, focused on

organisation are:

Policies for Sustainability

and

and bring in sustainability:

beings

and the environment. Whilst these goals aren’t easy to achieve, HRM can facilitate dialogue between managers

and employees as well as contribute

to the change in organisational culture.

The strategic role of HR links ethical

principles, Corporate social responsibility (CSR) and HR functions, creating a

roadmap for sustainability. HR personnel

important in case of a sustainable harmonious environment sustainably focused

not

just

economic

factors but also on human resources and

their

surrounding possible

relationship

environment.

through

with

the

This

promotion

transparent communication practices

such as discussion with employees and

stakeholders,

well-developed

well

sustainable

capability that regularly reviews HR policies

ensure

Regular

meetings,

alignment

sustainability principles.

along

with

the

development of strategic HR capability, that must be well-aligned with the

overall strategy of the organisation, are a recipe for higher employee commitment and organisational performance.

Practices for Sustainability HR

officials

play

vital

role

supporting sustainability. It is the role of HR to facilitate and ensure that the

organisation’s business strategy is based

on a sustainable approach to managing its employees.

People-related practices which require a To know more, please subscribe to Polymers Communiqué at

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Vaibhav Agrawal Director, Vaibhav Plasto Printing & Packaging Pvt. Ltd.

Then in his 3rd year of industrial engineering, Vaibhav sets the foundation for an illustrious career to follow, creating a niche for himself in printing and packaging today.

Change being the only constant, we thought it

would be wonderful to capture this and freeze

‘time’. We associate with the ‘current look’ of

our industry colleagues and would it not be

exciting to know of their persona, decades

ago. That’s what we did, had them dig deep into their archives and share this just for your ‘read’... or should we say ‘see’!

A visual delight!

Manoj Dugar Chairman & Managing Director, Chandantara Dugar Group

Manoj, in 1994, set his foot into this sunrise industry when he founded Dugar Polymers. He is today heading the Chandantara Dugar Group and is an acclaimed professional.

POLYMERS Communiqué l June - July 2021

A. P. Das

Executive Director, AG Industries Group

An inspiration to many, his zeal to excel remains unmatched. The 1984 picture was at the time he was carrying out his research leading to his Ph.D. degree.

Ravi Kumar Aggarwal Patron, All India Plastic Industries Association (AIPIA)

Industry service comes naturally to Ravi who was serving the AIPIA as Secretary even then in year 2000. He continues to be a patron of the association even today. Lots to learn from him!

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Apurva Kane Sr. Vice President, Mamata Machinery Pvt. Ltd.

The signature look of Apurva truly remains the same. An institution in himself, his dedication, abilities and success continue to be distinctive in this industry. POLYMERS Communiqué l June - July 2021

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also known as EPR in common language. After successful implementation of EPR in e-waste, under Plastic Waste Management Rules, 2016 and successive

amendments, the Government of India has mandated EPR for plastics waste on the producers, importers and brand owners (i.e. PIBOs) who introduce plastics waste in the system.

Under the EPR, PIBOs are made responsible to minimise generation of plastics

waste, take steps to stop littering of plastics waste, ensure source segregation and proper storage of segregated waste at source and channelisation of the same segregated waste to recycling facility with engagement of local bodies or agencies authorised by local bodies.

Before the concept of EPR in India, the responsibility for plastics waste collection, segregation and channelisation to the recycling channel was lying with local bodies, gram panchayats and agencies appointed by them. It was largely managed by funding from the state government or central government. But due to absence of expertise in the subject, efforts were not yielding any results.

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Doing Our Bit

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Being

waste generated by them and would be

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plastic recycler of India and

for better plastics waste management,

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We, at Nirvasu, facilitate a proper waste management programme for implementing immense efforts in channelising plastics waste into brand new

products. We make continuous efforts in plastics waste collection to protect the environment and living beings. We try to bring a positive impact for the world we live in!

Currently, Nirmal Vasundhara is working with 12 urban local bodies for plastics waste channelisation and upliftment of Swachhata Grahis. There are over 350 Swachhata Grahis that are registered with us and involved in plastics waste

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give more money in the hands of most

Nirmal Vasundhara is a recognised start-up programme in India that

the upliftment of livelihood of the most

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suffered people and, ultimately, result in

mandates fulfilling the EPR obligations by effectively guiding all the PIBOs.

vulnerable section of our country.

channelisation family!

for

not responsible for generating plastics

changing in the context of modern

more effort to make aware and educate

largely by irresponsible consumer habits

With

producers’

responsibility

plastics waste, PIBOs will be putting their

workforce

well

the

consumer about the lifecycle of the

product, including plastic packaging and recycling of plastic packaging.

With more awareness, there will be consciousness

about

recyclability

of the plastic during designing and

manufacturing process. Awareness will also initiate new research to find out

environment-friendly packaging. These

efforts will lead to environment-friendly sustainable product and packaging.

Further with awareness in consumer about recycling of plastics waste, will increase identification of plastics waste at source level itself and segregation

of different types of plastics at the source itself.

waste.

Plastics

waste

generated

as well as plastics waste collection system i.e., either in the household or proper infrastructure at public places

to handle plastics waste generated at public places. In addition to the steps

taken by PIBOs, it is very important to

involve local bodies, gram panchayats for plastics waste collection, segregation and channelisation of plastics waste to recycling facilities, rather than a landfill site for better management of plastics

waste under EPR rules introduced in

India. Further, local bodies also need to involve experts as well as professional

agencies for smooth and effective plastics waste collection and segregation at the source itself. With the same

thinking, roles for each stakeholder (i.e.)

However, inspite of having producers’

local bodies, gram panchayats, PIBOs

be involved in direct collection and

also been defined in the EPR framework.

have their own limitations; also they are

EPR framework is evolving and fast

responsibility in PIBOs, they cannot

and waste management agencies, has

segregation of plastics waste as they

Plastics waste management rules and

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India; but it mandates the responsibilities local

bodies,

gram

panchayats,

waste generators, retailers and street

vendors to manage plastics waste. With all these efforts and fast-changing framework, results are visible in a short time period and there are enormous efforts as well as resources being invested to create infrastructure for

plastics waste segregation, collection, storage and recycling in the form of

material recovery facilities, waste to energy plants, use of plastics waste in roads, specific infrastructure creation

to attain circular economy (i.e.) water

bottle / cold drink bottle recycling or PP/PE recycling.

While EPR framework alone cannot stop

the

fast-paced

environmental

devolution in India, it is a guiding step

to stop this devolution and every brand owner, producer and plastic importer should look up on EPR and should fulfill

their EPR compliance to be a better sustainable company.

POLYTHINKING

Designing Safer Chemicals

Part IV: Designing Biodegradable Chemicals

Future chemical industry should be based on inherently safe,

environmentally-friendly, unobtrusive chemical plants using common utility raw materials and other

non-hazardous feedstocks and

providing products on demand and at the point of demand reliably and with no need for significant storage.

Tremendous scope exists

to design safer chemicals by benign processes in

the pursuit of sustainable development.

Prof. (Dr.) G. D. Yadav

Emeritus Professor of Eminence, and J. C. Bose National Fellow (GoI) Former Vice Chancellor & R.T. Mody Distinguished Professor, and Tata Chemicals Darbari Seth Distinguished Professor of Leadership & Innovation Institute of Chemical Technology, Mumbai

n previous parts published in the earlier issues I

covered

POLYMERS some

Communiqué,

fundamentals

designing safer chemicals from first principles.

In fact, the word ‘biodegradable’ is loosely used

without fully knowing what it connotes. The accumulation of waste, which is commonly encountered as Municipal Solid Waste

(MSW), causes large-scale pollution of land and water, and raises the

cost that we have to pay for hampering the environment. Waste

materials

can

classified as biodegradable and non-biodegradable. Biodegradable are

those

materials

degraded

wastes

that

waste

are

abiotic

elements like oxygen,

temperature, UV etc., and

by species like bacteria, fungi

and microbes. Food stuff, kitchen

wastes and paper bags are some well-known

examples. The choice of paper over plastic bags is thus obvious. It is important to understand the mechanism so that the environment can be kept clean, and biodegradability brought into design on new molecules.

Since microbial degradation is the main loss mechanism for most organic chemicals in soil, water and sewage treatment, biodegradability

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The second point in the above list, the

and economics. Microbial degradation

of hydroxyl, aldehydic or carboxylic

product design along with function

begins with insertion of oxygen into the molecule which will depend on several factors. Biodegradability of any

abandoned product should lead to nontoxic products. When a new product is introduced using any new material of construction, the total quantity currently

produced, the likelihood of newer applications and increase in production capacity due to popularity and cost may

lead to potentially more accumulation in the environment.

introduction of oxygen in the form groups,

biodegradation with

branching,

groups.

Polycyclic residues, especially with more than 3 rings.

Heterocyclic residues; e.g. pyridine

contrast

the

Rate

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ammonium

By the introduction of oxygen in

the form of hydroxyl, aldehydic or carboxylic groups. NN

By the presence of unsubstituted linear alkyl chains (>= 4 C) and phenyl rings.

Water solubility.

imidazolium

ammonium

salts,

ethanaminium

Alkylphenol

ethoxylates

ethoxylates);

e.g.

surfactants, and

formulations etc.

(non-

nonylphenol

printing

haze

ink,

removal

responsible

for

M.W. of less than 200 Daltons, will have

minimum toxicity of the type narcosis, chronic or acute.

Water Solubility

toxic to aquatic animals.

Molecular Size and Weight M.W. greater than 1,000 Da or molecules

of large cross sectional area (> 10 Armstrong or 1 nm) are less toxic.

Ion-pairs Strong ion-pairs are better.

Zwitterions Low toxicity. If the metal cation is bound to the chelator (N, O or S) before exposure to

A number of chemical and physical are

weight (M.W.) or less than 2 with a

Chelation

Modification of Physicochemical Properties factors

greater than 8 regardless of molecular

soluble in water are not significantly

fabric softeners. NN

A chemical whose log P values are either

poorly soluble (less than 1 ppb) or highly

quaternary ammonium salts); e.g.

emulsion

salts,

Log P Values

Narcotic substances that are either very

Dialkyl quaternaries (dialkyl dimethyl

augmented by the following:

and amides).

inefficient

ionic

enzymatic hydrolysis (e.g. esters

for

Linear alkylbenzene sulfonates.

should be a fine balance between

The presence of potential sites of

secrete

these two. Biodegradability is usually

Many

Examples of Biodegradable Chemicals

direct

functionality

performance by cellular enzymes.

ethoxylated in

tend

Solubilisation:

quaternary

performance of the chemical and there

compounds

Low aqueous phase concentration is

Aliphatic ethers. be

process.

Bioavailability:

of solubilization.

rings.

may

chemical development

biosurfactants that enhance the rate

especially

Nitro, nitroso, azo and arylamino

Biodegradability

pollution prevention into the

sludge, sediments and soil.

branched alkyl chain in LABS.

existing products and incorporate

remain partitioned in the activated

derived from tri- or tetra-propylene,

alternatives to PBTs for use in new and

enzymatic

microorganisms

branching such as in surfactants

Microbial Insoluble

quaternary C and N or extensive

the

Effect of Solubility on Biodegradation

Chain

than traditional methods, choose safer

starts

the structure.

aerobic biodegradation and give an idea Halogen; especially Cl and F.

screen for PBT chemicals faster

insertion of oxygen into

features generally increase resistance to

free tool that helps companies

(e.g.

hydrocarbons)

an online screening methodology, is a new and

important

many compounds, the

Scientifically, the following molecular

most

since in biodegradation of

of biodegradability.

PBT profiler,

aquatic

toxicity such as solubility in water, lipophilicity, colour, formation of inner

algae takes place, then it is less toxic.

Modification of Chemical Structure by Chemical Class

salts, acidity, basicity, molecular size,

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New Two-stage Process by ENGEL Improves the Efficiency of Recycling Processes

Processing Plastic Flakes Directly With a new process, ENGEL makes it possible to process plastics waste as flakes in injection moulding directly after grinding. Since a complete process step, pelletising, is eliminated, the innovation significantly improves cost efficiency in plastics recycling. At its live e-symposium 2021 from 22nd to 24th June, ENGEL presented the new two-stage process to a trade audience for the first time and demonstrated its great potential. The new process also offers benefits in the production of very large and thick-walled components with high shot weights.

he key to shortening the recycling

is an energy-intensive process which

stage process is also very efficient for

plasticising

If this step can be eliminated, the CO2

up to 160 kgs with a comparatively

process

breaking

and

injection

down into

two independent process steps that

are very well tuned with each other. In the first stage, the raw material, for

typically also involves logistics overhead. footprint is improved and recycling costs are also significantly reduced.

example plastic flakes originating from

post-consumer collection, is melted

More Efficiency, Also for Very Large Parts

in a conventional plasticising screw. In the second stage of the process, the

As an alternative to an injection screw,

melt is transferred to a second screw for

the plasticising screw used for creating

the melt can be combined with a

injection into the cavity. The two-stage process makes it possible to integrate

a melt filter and a degassing unit on

the injection unit side of the injection moulding machine, so that products

with a consistently high quality are obtained

even

plastic flakes. This a

The aim of the innovation is to process plastic flakes, for example, from post-consumer collection, directly in injection moulding without pelletising. (Picture: iStock)

innovation

further

from sees

contaminated

ENGEL

contribution

make

the

establishment of a circular economy for plastics. Pelletising the recycled material

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piston unit. This variant of the two-

The two-stage process makes it possible to integrate a melt filter and a degassing unit on the injection unit side of the injection moulding machine, so that products with a consistently high quality are obtained even from contaminated plastic flakes.

processing very large shot weights of low

The

injection

two-stage

pressure

process

requirement. enables

more compact system design and a

lower unit cost than is possible with a

conventional single-stage plasticising and injection process.

ENGEL has developed a new piston design

disadvantages

eliminate of

the

piston

typical

injection

units when changing materials. The rheologically supports

optimised

uniform

piston

flushing

tip

around

the piston, enabling fast material and colour changes. Typical

applications

are

containers,

pallets or even large fittings. Starting

at a shot weight of 20 kgs, processing efficiency increases significantly, thanks to keeping the plasticising and injection processes separate.

FROM THE ARCHIVES

Sustainable Solutions in Polymers & Recycling

Planning for the Future, Beyond the Horizon This article mentions some of the ways that technology can overcome

the challenges of increasing the sustainable recovery of plastics, especially

packaging. Highlighted are also some important non-technical steps that will

greatly improve the higher recycling rates needed for a circular economy.

lastics, as we know it, has only really existed

incinerated and 79% was accumulated in

of time it has transformed everything in our

and waste management trends continue, roughly

for the last 60 - 70 years, but in that amount

society from clothing, cooking and catering to product design, engineering and retailing, becoming one

of the fastest-growing global industries. Today, the global plastics industry generates a revenue of about USD 600 billion, annually1.

Plastics are found throughout many sectors and industries,

including

transportation,

construction,

healthcare, food products, telecommunications and consumer goods.

landfills

or the natural environment. If current production 12,000 MT of plastics waste will be in landfills or in the natural environment by 2050. (Geyer et al., 2017)4.

According to UNEP, between 22 and 43 per cent of plastics worldwide is disposed of in landfills,

where its resources are wasted, it takes up valuable

space and it damages communities. Actions such as recovering plastics from the waste stream for recycling or for energy production has the potential to minimise these problems.

The per capita plastics consumption reached 100 kgs

UNEP estimated that 57 per cent of plastics in

uses just 20 kgs per person, but this figure is expected

America,

in Western Europe and North America. Asia currently to grow rapidly2.

In terms of plastics production, Asia produced 45.6 per

cent of global plastics in 2013 (PlasticsEurope)3. India

has recently seen strong growth in plastics production

Africa, 40 per cent in Asia and 32 per cent in Latin is

not

even

collected,

being

instead

littered or burned in the open5. These statistics

demonstrate that there is a need for significant re-

thinking of the way we design, use and recycle these beneficial and durable materials.

due to an increasing population and the growth of

Principles of Circular Economy Plastics Recycling

It has been estimated that between 1950 and 2015,

In order to have a sustainable plastics recycling

have been produced. As of 2015, approximately

ensure that these businesses can continue to operate

manufacturing sectors in the country.

8,300 million metric tonnes (MT) of virgin plastics 6,300 MT of plastics waste had been generated,

around 9% of which had been recycled, 12% was

industry, it is important to list the key principles that profitably and constantly be used in the circular economy as shown in Figure 16. NN

The best value is obtained for high quality resins that can replace virgin resins. This implies that there

are cleaning and separation steps to ensure the Prof. Edward Kosior Managing Director, Nextek Limited, UK

highest purity of the recycled plastic. NN

The plant has high yields / low losses based on

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inputs. Good yields would be greater than 75%.

This depends on securing high quality input materials. With low quality input materials, the

yield can be less than 50% generating more

Recycling Radically Improved Economics & Quality

The separation of plastics into mono polymer

REUSE

waste than product. NN

Other

Create an Effective After-use Plastics Economy

types can be achieved with a final purity of

Material Streams

greater than 99%. NN

The recycling plant can operate at a significant

scale of output of the order of 2 tonne/hr for

Renewably Sourced Virgin Feedstock

the major commodity plastics being used for packaging. The higher value resins can be economically recycled at lower rates. NN

The recycling plant equipment is simple to

run with stable continuous processes that are simple to control. NN

and safe way, including ink. NN

plant to ensure that the process can cope with

Energy Recovery2

Drastically Reduce the Leakage of Plastics Into Natural Systems & Other Negative Externalities

Figure 1: The new plastics economy and its three ambitions.

Source: The New Plastics Economy - Rethinking the Future of Plastics

Where possible, the input plastics are not

pigmented as this provides the best resale and marketing options.

There is a steady supply of a consistent infeed material at a reasonable market price for the

AD1 and/or Composting

USE USE

Leakage

Decouple Plastics From Fossil Feedstocks

The recycling process enables every possible contaminant to be removed in an efficient

Design Design & & Production production

All by-products such as caps, labels and sorting rejects can be sold to generate a revenue and

any expected contaminants and operate at

avoid landfilling costs or uncontrolled loss to

maximum capacity.

the environment.

Ideally, the plastics produced by recyclers will have the following characteristics: NN

Consistency in all properties. Neutral colour that

The near infra-red

(NIR) technology has a single

pass accuracy of

approximately

95 - 97% which

means that with two passes, a

purity of greater

can be used in all

than 99% can

Constant composition (constant melt flow

at speeds of

products. l

index and colour).

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be achieved

3 metres per

second and

throughputs of

5 tonnes

per hour.

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GOOD GOING

India Becoming a

Global Cast Film Player Alicia Cloeren Director, Cloeren Incorporated, USA

The die here

in this picture is 7,000 mm and intended to be

delivered to India for future CPP production.

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“We are excited to see how fast the market has grown and developed in India in recent years. India has

the potential to advance from the existing predominately extrusion coating market and is now

becoming a global cast film player,” opines Alicia Cloeren, in dialogue with POLYMERS Communiqué.

Q. How do you see your extrusion solutions contributing to the circular economy? We are constantly contributing to new technology and processes to help producers harness the latest polymer technologies and make

plastics a more environmentally-friendly product, while maintaining other unique properties that make plastics so essential in so many industries.

Q. A change that you embarked on and that worked for you in the COVID times... We were fortunate enough to work in the office, socially distanced of

course, and we did not have to close our manufacturing facilities in the USA. While supply chain disruption is still an ongoing challenge, I

would say the largest adjustment for us was to move from in-person meetings and events to learning to utilise Microsoft Teams to connect with our customers and industry partners.

Q. Identifying the right extrusion process is getting complicated these days...how do you assist a customer? Cloeren supplies to a vast number of market segments and, through our many years of industry experience across such a wide variety of

polymer products, we are able to apply our know-how to assist our customers with unique innovative tooling solutions.

Never stop evolving and continue to innovate

to remain the foremost extrusion die and

feedblock manufacturer.

Q. Do you see further expanding your product line? We are always looking to expand into new markets and evolve our product offerings. As a high precision

design and manufacturing company, producers come to us for solutions and we find a way to create

the equipment they need.

Q. How do you see India as a market evolving for you in the next 3 years? We are excited to see how fast the market has grown

and developed in India in recent years. India has the

potential to advance from the existing predominately extrusion coating market and is now becoming a global cast film player.

Q. You come with a long history (since 1975); please share with us your biggest takeaways in business. Never stop evolving and continue to innovate to remain the foremost extrusion die and feedblock manufacturer.

Q. A management practice that is very close to your ideology... Lead by example.

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minimum input is my only brief to Rajoo, who then provide me with a well-

optimised solution, actually designed to suit my needs,” shares a beaming Denish Rokad, in dialogue with POLYMERS Communiqué.

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If the vendor / supplier has got a feature loaded machine, the buyer should use these features and maximise its benefit, else it does not make business sense to go for such featurerich machines. As a user, after buying the machine, the onus is on you to well use the features of the machine and benefit from it. Denish Rokad Managing Partner, Gopal PrintPack Solutions, Rajkot

learn from anyone who was willing to

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It was an enjoyable process though;

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We invested in an Extrusion Coating that was very new to the namkeen

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Q. What according to you was instrumental in bringing this success when you were introduced to this business? The parent company is my backbone.

and Lamination (ECL) Line, something

packaging segment. I am very keen on

Extrusion, Coating and Lamination (ECL)

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confess...I

always

after overcoming all the challenges and the R&D on the machine, the end result

was a very satisfying one. We had on our hands a truly wonderful product. I always like to support Indian products

Q. You are the first user of the Rajoo Extrusion Coating and Lamination (ECL) line; and have been using it for nearly two years now. What has been your overall experience both in terms of dealing with Rajoo and then the technology?

business, we are clocking Rs. 200 crore.

ECL at Gopal, it was a challenging task.

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Their collaboration with Kohli, who are experts in printing and lamination, has also given them that edge. For a buyer, this solution from Rajoo is the best in

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next product. Their product has truly

machine / equipment, I make it a point

During this pandemic, we produced sachets for sanitisers which was a completely new application for us. We do have a few more things in the pipeline, of which one of them is a laminate that we are working on which does not have a heat seal, but you can still fill and pack the product. Look out for it...

some new features in the machine. It

has a five-rupee value. Of the five

evolved well! And to repeat, as on date, they are the best in business in India as far as the ECL machines are concerned.

Q. You have closely seen the evolution of the Rajoo ECL. What aspects of the machine or supply excited you the most as you ordered the 2nd ECL line from them? And then the third one... Oh yes! As a person, I am a firm believer

of R&D and of ‘that something new’.

Whenever we have to buy a new to enquire with the supplier if they have

is always exciting to take a lead and implement new developments on my shopfloor and invest in the required

time. Being the first to do so and benefit from it is a sheer delight. If the vendor / supplier has got a feature loaded

machine, the buyer should use these

features and maximise its benefit, else it does not make business sense to go

rupees, almost 20% is the cost of the laminate used. This is extremely tight for us and we need to be very very careful

on this aspect when choosing our manufacturing lines. One needs to be wary of this aspect before implementing

any change in the line, like buying a new machine or any other increase in cost.

for such feature-rich machines. As a user,

I am very happy with the suggestions /

on you to well use the features of the

me, which is required for my product

after buying the machine, the onus is

solutions and support that Rajoo gives

machine and benefit from it.

and they only suggest what is needed

One of the most important aspects

of features. My demand for maximum

that prompted us to go for Rajoo is the

support from them. They give excellent support, both in terms of technical and marketing, with absolute transparency.

All issues were tabled, addressed and resolved in an outright professional

manner...an approach of utmost comfort whilst transacting with Rajoo.

Q. The ‘appropriate technology approach’ is something that Rajoo is now focusing on as compared to standard solutions. What has been your experience? I would like to share a very important

aspect of the business here. Whatever we do on the shopfloor in terms of

production,

volumes

quality

standards, it ultimately translates into a

product, e.g. a pack of namkeen which

feedback is presented to the machine

supplier to provide us with a solution to run the lines at full speed. It’s important to implement practical solutions. If you

have bought a machine, it should run at full speed, full capacity.

Most ECL lines run at 80% speed in

the industry; my factory also used to

run it initially at 70 - 80% speed. When questioned the operator as to why is it

that you do not run at 100% speed, they came out with the feedback like bonding issues occurs. These issues can be

addressed by changing the material or

improving it. After implementing these changes, we now ensure that 100%

speeds are reached and maintained so as to obtain maximised output. The first ECL machine was designed for 250 mts/min, but right now we are running it on 260 - 275 mts/min.

To summarise, we are running the ECL

lines at 110% - 120% of the name plate capacity. As far as the blown film lines are concerned, we are running them at 100% output levels.

brief to Rajoo, who then provide me

Q. In specific, energy efficiency is one of the important factors for success of the plastics processing business. How do you rate the Rajoo performance in this regard?

designed to suit my needs.

The concept here is to ensure that the

for my production lines; no overload output with minimum input is my only

with a well-optimised solution, actually

Q. You have been known to challenge machines by operating them beyond name plate capacities. Tell us more about this... It is my duty to encourage my team

on the ground, the operators and the shopfloor personnel to get the best out

of the machine as it is they who run the machines and maximise the lines. They are answerable when the lines do

not run at full speed and capacity. The

operator feedback is important and one needs to be attentive to understand the

issues on the shopfloor. The gathered

Energy is a very important attribute. output is either increased or maintained with respect to the energy consumed

in any form. The energy efficiency has to be maintained at 100%. Increasing productivity in line with the existing

energy fed is a strategy that is followed! Even then, in case we still have issues

of energy efficiency, we approach Rajoo who provide us with relevant solutions to get the desired results with constant

output. As we have not evaluated / compared it with other suppliers / vendors, so we cannot comment. At

present, we are quite happy with the energy efficiency of the lines supplied by Rajoo.

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Q. As a user, you have been using the Rajoo blown film lines and ECL lines. What has been the role of Rajoo Engineers in your business success? As regards the blown film lines, I see Rajoo as pioneers in the Indian market; they have a clear lead over the rest.

Over the past two years, we have conceived so many products and have

managed to increase our volumes, this is thanks to Rajoo machines. The

extrusion

lamination

machines

of Rajoo have helped me in providing sustained

quality

and

continuous

volumes to my customers and thus it

Centre (RIC); what has been your experience both in terms of dealing with RIC and quality of the films?

in the Rajoo Innovation Centre. Thus, we

there - printing, extrusion lamination,

a fantastic output from my converting

land area is about 25,000 sq. mts. More

quality, since they have put in a lot of

due to this plant would be 24,000 MTPA.

We are buying the first set of machines

benefit by getting the best quality and

solventless lamination and slitting. The

machines.

film’s

importantly, the total capacity addition

automation in their RIC plant, the films

Post commissioning of the Indore plant,

regards

the

are of excellent quality and the output is

also maximised; blown film technology

and automation here have a crucial role to play!

product portfolio.

Interesting...a quality product at very competitive

Support of the service team and the management.

Value for money for the purchase made.

Adapting new technologies into the solutions for customer benefits.

Q. From company to products, according to you, the two most important product attributes of the Rajoo blown film lines and ECL lines. From the product perspective, our parameters would be as below: NN

ECL Lines: Operator friendly and high productivity.

Blown Film Lines: Value for money

and cost-effective polymer recipes to obtain even the best quality output.

Q. You continue to outsource PE film from Rajoo Innovation

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rates

and

capability

to comply with very quick delivery schedules are our key differentiators.

Q. For you, how different is it to make products for your captive use when compared to external customers. What impact does it have on your operations? The parameters of product quality,

service and delivery are a constant for internal as well as external customers. The only change I see here is the

priority which is always given to the parent company.

There are many opportunities that have already opened up in the flexible packaging market and we intend tapping

them. Automobile and pharmaceuticals are areas that we are seriously pursuing.

Q. Let us know more about the setup of your Indore plant. is

all

to exports. Rajkot is fairly close to the port (200 kms); and we would like to

about

a strategy, since Indore is landlocked and central, it can cater to the PAN India requirements and the

Rajkot plant can cater to the export markets.

Q. What new can the industry expect from ‘Gopal’ in the next 3 years? During this pandemic, we produced sachets for

sanitisers

which

was a completely new

application for us. We

expanding

current

production capacities and reaching out

There are many

opportunities

that have already

opened up

in the flexible

packaging market and we intend

tapping them.

Automobile and

do have a few more

pharmaceuticals

of which one of them

we are seriously

things in the pipeline,

is a laminate that we

Q. When we refer to packaging, you are mainly catering to the food related as well as other applications, where do you see an opportunity tomorrow?

we shall dedicate our first plant in Rajkot

take advantage of this proximity. So, as

instrumental in the expansion of our

of India; with this, we would be able

best-in-class technology and machinery

of our parent company and is also

reasons for are:

more-or-less the geographical centre

to cover all markets in India optimally.

Q. As an organisation, what do you consider to be your strengths?

It’s all about finding value. The key

second plant in Indore! Since Indore is

Most certainly Rajoo has invested in the

has hugely contributed to the growth

Q. In total, 4 years and 7 lines from Rajoo. What are your main reasons for your choice of Rajoo as a partner / vendor?

to newer markets, efficiently. Thus, the

are working on which

are areas that

pursuing.

does not have a heat

seal, but you can still fill and pack the product. Look out for it...

Also, as a target, I intend to operate the Indore plant to full capacity in the next three years.

As indicated earlier, the Rajkot plant shall

be more focussed on exports and the Indore plant shall cater to the untapped as well as existing geographies within

the country. Our current production utilisation is 60 - 70% for captive use and the balance, about 40 - 30% for external clients.

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has done very well in terms of maintaining production and providing feedstock for the plastics industry. In terms of the processors, except for a few products,

most of them have registered a very good growth as the application of plastics have played a very pivotal role during the pandemic. All of us have had our

share of issues and challenges; however, by nature, this industry is resilient and has bounced back very

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cite a simple example, the components required

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manufacture products

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produced at a minuscule level here. And

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material and freight costs, how does the industry weather this unpredictability and what are the learnings from these incidents? This sudden spurt has been largely contributed

pandemic,

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the shipping schedules. Due to the were

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Q. Globally, sustainability and circular economy are gaining immense importance and application, please share your views on how India is rated on adopting to these facets.

ports who had sealed their borders /

As an industry, we have done quite

Our industry is not immune to this

extremely important for ensuring a

We faced material shortages, lack of

well as regards this subject which is

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operations with most or rest of the

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requirements are likely to go up and

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productions,

innovate

and deliver. The overall sentiment is quite positive.

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have to tide over it, and from the

After a gap of nearly two long turbulent

things should stabilise by the end

2022 is the first trade fair which is going

current trends, it seems likely that

of the year 2021. Fingers crossed about the unpredictable nature of the pandemic.

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customers irrespective of uncertain raw

material prices keeping in mind our motto, ‘Excellence in Quality’.

Q. Understanding customer requirements and being able to exceed expectations by implementing skills in production and R&D...your views. Thinking out-of-the-box, focusing on R&D for new products as well as consistent improvement in quality, enhancing skills of our team and going that extra mile for customers are our focus areas.

in the near future. Entrepreneurs will have

Q. Share with us the top 3 - 4 reasons for choosing ECON as your preferred supplier for the pelletisers.

aggressive methodologies to meet future

Technical superior machines are always our

engineering

thermoplastic

compounding

to identify risks and manage business with

demands. We are coming up with five new

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“Increasing demand for plastics packaging, increase in

use of plastics in automobile industry, development and manufacturing of medical devices is expected to drive

the demand for special effect masterbatches,” believes

Rashesh Sheth, in dialogue with POLYMERS Communiqué. first priority. ECON has always been

medical devices, diagnostics and drug

in India and most preferred underwater

orthopedic implants and orthopedics.

known for their best quality and services pelletiser. ECON’s pelletisers are as plug-

delivery systems, surgical instruments,

n-play solutions and suitable for wide

range of products. Their after-sales

Q. Your views on ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ and ‘vocal for local’.

support is very quick and the team

comes with good process knowledge.

I think, this is a great step by the

The pellet quality is much superior than

government

independent. This will explore the

other type of pelletisers. We, thus, feel that we have made the right decision

to go with ECON. A small investment

make

India

talent pool of India to make the Indian economy still stronger in coming years.

in right machines always open doors

Q. Your role model whom you look up to and why?

is always ready to support for any kind

Our customers, suppliers and our team

with ECON machines.

there is something new to learn or

Q. Tell us more on your usage of the Econ pelletiser for your manufacturing.

adapt

for new business portfolio. ECON team of development activity. We are happy

improve from them as they continuously

of colour / filler / additive / special masterbatches and engineering plastics.

Q. How do you see the market for ‘special effect masterbatches’? demand

for

plastics

packaging, increase in use of plastics

in automobile industry, development and manufacturing of medical devices is expected to drive the demand for

special effect masterbatches. Due to their ease of processing, comparatively light in weight, non-ferrous properties, flexibility and superior biocompatibility, masterbatches

have

become

integral component for a wide range of

POLYMERS Communiqué l June - July 2021

and

and products.

We use it to manufacture wide range

Increasing

are our biggest role models. Each day

innovate

their

systems

Q. What would be your alternate choice of business or profession had it not been the plastics industry? I would have preferred to

academics,

with which I could contribute to build a

stronger

gen-

next for next level growth of the country.

Rashesh Sheth GOLDMINE Multitrade Pvt. Ltd., Ahmedabad

IN SYNC

lastic continues to be among a handful of industries worldwide that haven’t taken as bad a hit during these last couple of years

Raising the Bar

From reaching out to exhibitors with an

excess of offers, to making arrangements for their comfortable stay, to wooing visitors to

PLASTIVISION INDIA 2023, the organisers are leaving no stone unturned to deliver on their promise.

of COVID-19. If at all, Novel Coronavirus has helped augment plastic sales if the unending demand for

face masks and shields, gloves, syringes and other protective equipment; take-away food and beverage

containers; and bags and bubble wrap for online shopping are any indicator.

Riding on the relative stability of plastic in these

challenging times and the success of all former editions of the exposition, The All India Plastics

Manufacturers’ Association (AIPMA) is back with

the 12th edition of PLASTIVISION INDIA (PVI) 2023

scheduled to be held for five days between 9th and

13th February, 2023 at the Bombay Exhibition Centre,

Goregaon, Mumbai, India.

Influence Galore PLASTIVISION INDIA is organised by AIPMA and

has a 30-year-old history. Having evolved into

an enviable platform for companies to launch new products, expand their networks within and outside the industry, learn new technologies and exchange

universally.

ideas

PLASTIVISION INDIA 2023 offers to ‘refund’ the amount Kailash B. Murarka Chairman - National Executive Committee, PLASTIVISION INDIA 2023

to exhibitors in case of change of dates of the event needs special mention here.

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It comes as no surprise then that

INDIA 2023 lends a certain X-factor by

selected cities and towns can avail the

mega event has already begun and

commercial heart, apart from the plastic

to the trade fair at Mumbai.

work on the upcoming edition of this

Team PLASTIVISION INDIA has jumped

headlong into the job of promoting it in India and around the world. Given

AIPMA’s

PLASTIVISION

promise

INDIA

2023

deliver

the

‘Business Ka Asli Address’, their task

has only become that much more demanding, same time.

yet

exciting

the

Wowing Audiences To begin with, the team is personally visiting potential exhibitors and other

individual stakeholders, extending a host of benefits to them including early bird offers and opportunities to showcase their products, complete with testimonials, as part of a special feature

on the PLASTIVISION INDIA website and other social media. PLASTIVISION INDIA exhibitors have the special privilege of

virtue of the city being India’s beating

hub of western India, not to mention having its own brand of cosmopolitan

charm. Then again, PLASTIVISION INDIA is busy organising industry meets at different locations across the length

and breadth of the country to connect with exhibitors there, and help them

leverage its many platforms to promote their products.

Enterprises (MSMEs) can derive a fistful of benefits including special stall booking

discounts, online and on-site branding opportunities, complimentary magazine advertisements

partner

media,

hand-holding for fresh registration on

the UDYAM portal and assistance in securing MSME subsidy.

management exhibitor at

and

visitor

PLASTIVISION

the

overall

experience

INDIA

2023.

PLASTIVISION INDIA offers to ‘refund’

the amount to exhibitors in case of

change of dates of the event needs special mention here.

Being an exhibitor at a show of this scale carries its own inherent advantages; however, the choice of

Mumbai as venue for PLASTIVISION

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global cuisine, and live music bands and performances as respite from the

frenzied pace of the fair as also lend it gusto.

promotion

advancements, product launches and

underway to excite the industry and

seminars. The exposition promises both

visitors and exhibitors an unparalleled experience with free Wi-fi and smart islands

for

networking,

welcoming

guests and getting some much-needed rest and relaxation (R&R) in-between the mad booth-hopping-and-shopping. strategically

the

exhibition

located,

less

site

than

or metro station and the Western

Express Highway. For the convenience of

outstation

exhibitors,

dealers,

manufacturers and visitors, an exclusive help desk has already been set up

for hotel bookings, including shared accommodation at affordable rates per person per night. They can choose from

elaborate

exhibitor

campaign

and

visitor

already

its stakeholders to participate in the umpteen

roadshows,

webinars

and

free meetings chalked out as part

of the larger, country-wide build-up to PLASTIVISION INDIA 2023. Notably,

association

PLASTIVISION with

INDIA,

Goregaon

Sports

Club, successfully carried out a special

vaccination drive between 19th and 21st

June, 2021 for free administration of the COVID-19 vaccine to AIPMA members and exhibitors at PLASTIVISION INDIA

2023. For this purpose, it tied up with some of the designated hospitals in

Mumbai and across India to set up

a help desk to facilitate vaccination appointments for all those interested.

over 100 hotels located bang in the

PLASTIVISION INDIA also supported the

expediency, those visiting from other

4 Asia Virtual Conference held on 15th

Andheri-BKC business hub. For further

RACE (Recycling and Circular Economy)

and 16th July to discuss the themes of overcoming challenges during the

Several such schemes are underway to continuously improve vendor

a beer garden, an eclectic spread of

visitors with its plethora of technological

50 mts away from the closest railway

In particular, Micro Small and Medium

entertainment options on site such as

2023 is set to attract over 2,50,000

and Mumbai that have been set up at no cost.

INDIA 2023 is planning unheard-of

Done Deals

Moreover,

exclusively for them by the organisers

Going the extra mile, PLASTIVISION

Exhibitors apart, PLASTIVISION INDIA

accessing office facilities in cities such

as Ahmedabad, Delhi, Kolkata, Chennai

chartered coaches that will ferry them

PLASTIVISION INDIA exhibitors have a special privilege of accessing office

pandemic, complexities within the recycling industry and best recycling

practices across the entire plastics

supply chain.

facilities in cities such as

Needless to say, PLASTIVISION INDIA is

Ahmedabad, Delhi, Kolkata,

market the upcoming PLASTIVISION

Chennai and Mumbai that have been set up exclusively for them by the organisers at no cost.

pulling out all stops to advertise and

INDIA 2023. And, if the team’s hard

work, dedication and resourcefulness

are any indicator, PLASTIVISION INDIA 2023 is indeed going to prove to be

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Lessons on Reputation Management

from the Established Entrepreneur Community The entrepreneur community have been game-changers for the Indian economy. They have the relationships, the brand and the equity, which have been nurtured with utmost care. They have clarity of their purpose. Entrepreneurial spirit as a leadership trait has a place now in the corporate world.

father

small-time

entrepreneur who set up his

shop in the 1950s, in the post-independence

era and grew it to a stature where it continues as Ruby Thapar A Reputation and Sustainability Consultant and an Executive Coach, Mumbai

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a family business today. I stepped out to work in the

corporate world, a very different business ecosystem than what

I grew up with. I continued to meet many entrepreneurs as part of the value chain, who had similar inspiring stories to share like my father’s.

We all know that entrepreneurship is not new to India. Let’s take a moment

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called

understand

articulation University,

of Business: NN

this

entrepreneurs.

the

community like

North-Eastern

D’Amore-McKim

entrepreneur

the

School

defined

anyone who founds or organises a

business, then continues to be an

active participant in the operation of that business. In other words,

an entrepreneur is anyone who launches and continues to run their own company. NN

They further say that there are 4

types of entrepreneurship models: small up,

business,

large

scalable

company

entrepreneurship.

and

start-

social

Entrepreneurs are a large and key part

of the value chain of large organisations. They are the backbone of the Indian economy. I am not planning to bring

many statistics to validate this actuality, as that would be preaching to the choir,

but I do want to highlight some data. According to msme.gov.in: NN

The

Micro,

Small

and

Medium

Enterprises (MSMEs) produce over 6,000 types of different products. NN

They are 50% of India’s total exports.

They contribute to 45% of India’s total industrial employment.

And, represent 95% of all industrial units of the country.

The

entrepreneur

community

have

been game-changers for the Indian economy; not only for their ideas, but also

for

imagination

their

and

vision, grit.

gumption,

They

have

innovated, kept pace with the times

and adapted to new concepts and tools to stay competitive. They have grown their businesses and are extremely successful. They are sharp and on top of their game. They have the relationships,

the brand and the equity, which have been

nurtured

with

utmost

care.

They have clarity of their purpose. Entrepreneurial spirit as a leadership trait has a place now in the corporate world.

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Understanding Entrepreneurs What caught my curiosity is, what does this community of entrepreneurs do to

get their relationships, brand and equity to serve them better and claim that rightful space?

Let’s use 3 questions to set the context to

this

conversation

how

this

community manages their reputation.

The 1st Question I Always Ask is, “How Did it All Start?” I like this question. There is always an inspiring story here, sometimes spanning

generations.

It’s

always

unique, as there are so many pegs around which the story of any start-up can be written. The core narrative is kind of institutionalised.

The 2nd Big Question is, “Who Are You Serving?”

moments:

which

intangible

asset

events,

as one of the building blocks of their business early in the game. Business

all

about

Knowing your pillars of reputation management helps create competitive advantage! Reputation can be defined by two characteristics, whether for

individuals or companies: Capability and Character.

According to me, both are needed. Reputation is also made of defining

the

entrepreneur

communities

reputation management and fits in well

doing. I

with

what

Under

have

they

each

shared

have

some

the

been

pillars,

indicative

measures. This is not by any means an exhaustive list.

Foster Trust NN

Entrepreneurs they

appreciate

themselves

are

the

that

chief

ambassadors of their companies. NN

They understand being consistent and proactive with their presence,

engagement and communication is important. NN

They have many unique stories

to share of their legacy, business, vision, people, product, challenges, opportunities, coincidences, failures,

wins, values, solutions, innovations, and more.

Invest in Relationships They align and rally people around their company’s shared purpose. NN

They strive for win-win solutions to

- Brad Sugars

Reputation Management: A Strategy

experienced

are intuitive. ‘FIND’ is my acronym for

how well they build your business.

measures for reputation building used

relationships.

How well you build them, determines

organisation

My observations say that most of the

Whatever their offering, they have

management

reputation,

extended period of time.

The 3rd Question is, “When Did You Start Investing in Building Your Equity?” reputation

its stakeholders, consistently over an

on who and what they would like to

integrated

isolated

Building

you are as a company. It is the way

policy meetings. They also have a plan include next in their game plan.

not

requires being authentic about who

chain - be it customers or the extended

customer seminars, trade shows and in

are

endemic.

requires listening, empathy and care. It

They have their arms around their value stakeholders. I have met them in

but

create

long-term

their company. NN

They

consistently

equity

identify

for

and

navigate their stakeholders to the value they bring.

Nurture Networks – The Obvious and Not So Obvious NN

They are on the front foot looking

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Weekend Delights Friday night to Monday morning, a time to unwind, rejuvenate and be geared to face another grueling week. Each one of us use this ‘my time’ is different ways. And why not, weekend is a time for expressing ourselves. We all have known the personalities featured here as astute business stalwarts; as life is more than just business, we at POLYMERS Communiqué, have started this section called ‘WEEKEND DELIGHTS’. Live life... Madhav Kamat

Chairman & Managing Director, Chirag Pack (India) Pvt. Ltd.

Every day is a new challenge for me in my professional and personal life. On weekdays, I walk and jog to keep my mind and body fit. But if it’s the weekend, my physical activities are a bit more than the regular weekdays. I enjoy a lot with my grandson; it makes me forget all the worries and tensions in the world...I feel like a child when I play with him. Trust me, it gives immense pleasure and energy to push through the next week. There is also a weekly tele call or a video call to all the near and dear ones in the extended family and to check their well-being. If we have the liberty of an extended weekend, we make it a point to go outdoors for some events or a picnic.

Tushar Shah

Managing Partner,

Arihant Gujarat Plastic Industries

Weekends are very different when you live in a small town – in some way, all days seem like weekends! For me, badminton is a daily activity. I really enjoy this sport and feel that it sets me up well for the working day or working week! Other activities that I also indulge in are cycling, nature watching and cooking. Spending time with family is an integral part of my weekend!

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Arpit Goel Director,

Asepack Laminates Ltd.

Weekend means it’s time to relax and bring an end to a hectic week. My weekend starts with catching up on lost sleep, spending time with friends and family. I love to go on short road trips; they help in rejuvenating myself. Weekend helps me to sleep with satisfaction and wake up with determination.

Karan K. Chandan Director,

KK Kompounding Tech Giant Ltd.

Also known as ‘KKC’ in the automotive world, being an auto-enthusiast, my passion is to drive, review cars to produce unadulterated automotive content for my YouTube channel: KKC On A-Motive. Hence my weekends are simple; either I’m on a long drive with my friends / family or making car videos. This weekend activity really recharges me and helps me stay creative.

Rajan K. Velani

Director,

Plastene India Ltd.

Unlike others, I don’t have a hobby of cooking; I also don’t do any specific exercises on weekends. I spend my Sunday giving something to the society what the society has given me. With the blessings of Param Gurudev (Yug Diwakar, Rashtrasant Pujya Shri Namramuni Maharaj Sahebji) and with his inspiration, I go to various ‘gaushalas’ (Shelter home for unclaimed cows) and feed them. We also go to various places where birds (especially pigeons) come to feed, and provide grains and seeds for them. There are many other activities also done like providing books and study materials to the underprivileged children who want to study, provide ration kits, medicines to the needy and many more. It gives us immense pleasure and self-satisfaction doing this service.

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